Bisacodyl Prescribing at THE LAWSON PRACTICE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
156
Total Quantity
13.2K
NHS Cost
£843
vs National Avg
+19%
THE LAWSON PRACTICE prescribed 156 items of Bisacodyl over the last 12 months at a cost of £843 to the NHS. This is 19% above the national average prescribing rate. Bisacodyl is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
12
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
9
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
8
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
11
Jul 2026
11
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 156 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 13,185 |
| Total NHS Cost | £843 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +19% |
Bisacodyl Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 156 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 131 items |
| Difference | +19% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.